Meet the 3-legged dog with cancer who saved a baby otter
Gus is a six-year-old dog with plenty of his own problems. The goldendoodle has cancer, and doctors had to amputate one of his back legs to remove …
Here’s how to soften the budget blow of big inflation hikes
The Federal Reserve on May 4 approved its biggest interest rate increase in more than two decades. The half-point hike is part of an effort …
The smart reasons why high-score borrowers take out personal loans
Personal loans can be a great option for many people, so borrowers across all credit score levels, even those with the highest scores, regularly turn …
Watch one of these box-office record breakers this Memorial Day Weekend
The blue Na’vi from “Avatar” continue to top the list of the most successful films at the box office. The movie, which is now thirteen …
Can you really pay off a mortgage in just 5 years?
Paying off your mortgage ahead of time might sound like an incredibly savvy thing to do, and in some cases, it is. But it’s not …
How to budget when your income is inconsistent
Like many freelancers, I tend to have an inconsistent income. Most months my income is fairly stable. Some months, it can be double (or half) …
These are the features that really boost your home’s value
Making a home is like building any relationship: the more love you put in, the more you get out. But there’s a bonus with your home. …
Ready to buy a home? Watch out for this affect of inflation
While the inflation rate doesn’t directly impact mortgage rates, the two tend to move in tandem. Rising inflation can shrink purchasing power as prices of …
Burger costs soar due to inflation
With inflation standing at 8.3% year-over-year in April, everyday items are becoming pricier for U.S. consumers. Food prices in particular took some significant steps up, as …
Here’s why fewer credit card companies are giving lenders a break
One common tactic for saving money on your credit cards is to flip them over. By calling the number on the back, you can usually ask for …
Ohio Ikea store offers free ‘meatball donuts’ for National Donut Day
There are some very strange things that happen in Ohio. For instance, you may not fish for whales on a Sunday. Weekday whale fishing is fine. …
Here’s where people are paying the most for gasoline
The price of gasoline in the United States is climbing once more as markets remain in turmoil following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Additionally, the Biden administration’s embargo …
Reduce your credit card debt fast with these tips
Paying off credit card debt may seem like a daunting task, but it is possible. While there’s no quick-fix solution to getting out of debt, …
How much to save if you want to retire early
How much do you need to save to retire young? It depends on how quickly you want to retire and your target budget in …
5 moves you should make when choosing a financial advisor
Wealth management firms are all different, with their own specializations and services. As a result, the process for choosing a wealth manager is a very personal …
Here’s why Italians pair cheese with balsamic vinegar & why you should, too
Emilia Romagna is heaven on earth for foodies. Located in Central Italy and bordering the regions of Tuscany in the South and Veneto in the …
The 20 best chicken breeds for beginners
Are you thinking about getting chickens for your backyard homestead? If so, you may be wondering which chicken breeds are the best for beginners. There are …
Healthy recipes to help you get in shape for summer
We’ve been in hibernation all winter, but our sweaters and scarves have officially left us for the season, and that inevitably leaves us with the urge …
This band’s backstage bacon request is totally over the top
Do you love bacon? How much? A lot? A lot a lot? Well, even if you do, you probably don’t love bacon as much as the band …
At 83, this woman is the oldest ‘Tough Mudder’ racer in the world
Whatever you may think on first hearing the name “Muddy Mildred,” you will probably be wrong. Wait … Yeah, definitely wrong. Because Muddy Mildred is not …
The weird thing Grace Jones does backstage before shows
Grace Jones is one of the most iconic faces in the history of pop culture. Unique doesn’t even begin to describe her one-of-a-kind diva-ness. Everything about …
You can now check your mosquito forecast
Well, it’s just about summer, and we all know exactly what that means. Mosquitos!!! We despise the tiny, evil bloodsuckers, but what if we could know …
These retirees created the greatest calendar ever
Not since Neal Sedaka crooned his ambrosial hit “Calendar Girl” has there been a sweeter, more creative use of the Gregorian calendar concept than that of …
Say goodbye to messy burritos with this new invention!
Am I the only one? The only one whose enjoyment of burritos is negated by burrito explodabity? Am I the only one who never wears light …
This 80-year-old power lifter is the workout motivation you need
Eighty-year-old Mike Palen has a secret he does not want to keep, and apparently it is the Fountain of Youth itself, so listen close, y’all. It’s …
This ‘Dirty Dancing’ clip set to a Muppets tune is the joy you need today
There is a rare and beautiful creature stalking the internet and she has done the unimaginable, the inconceivable, the unheard of, the hysterical. She is Amanda …
The real reason behind Van Halen’s weird backstage food request
So yes, Van Halen had a concert rider in the ‘80s that had a very strange and very well-known request. You know it; anyone who was …
Looking for an excuse to drink? This vodka could fight climate change!
Is it possible to drink away the climate crisis? Air Company is attempting to find out. The company has developed a way to transform carbon dioxide …
These home upgrade costs increased the most during Covid
While stuck at home at the start of Covid-19, many Americans decided to finally tackle home renovations they had on their to-do lists for years. …
Here’s how to make $1,000 a month in passive income
Do you want to learn how to make $1,000/month in passive income? I don’t blame you; I mean, who wouldn’t want to earn that. This …
